This is the question that drives the final episode of our YouTube Series, Fi-Losophy. Our discussion centers on how the philosophy of Stoicism can help you create some balance and perspective to your financial life. At the core, this question asks us to balance between our needs, and then wrestle with the ever expanding list …
Much has been written about the challenges facing recent college graduates. While the initial term on most college loans is 10 years, the reality is that it can often take borrowers 20-30 years to pay off that amount. That puts many borrowers in a dilemma. Should I pay off my loan as quickly as possible, …
News about war in Israel, war in Ukraine, US political infighting, the lack of a Speaker of the House, inflation, government uncertainty and global unrest might be dominating the headlines, and your mood—but what does it mean for your financial portfolio? There are many ways for an investor to view all the current headlines, and …
Your portfolio cares about current events… should you? Read More »
Mitch Sturgeon has an amazing story. Diagnosed with an aggressive form of MS in 2001, the disease slowly and relentlessly deprived him of his outdoor passions. Golf, snowmobiling, hiking – all had to be abandoned. In 2009, a year after his first wheelchair purchase, he took medical retirement from his chemical engineering career and began …
Mitch Sturgeon — Personal Financial Planning by VOICE! Read More »
In March of 2023 OnTrajectory sat down with Ruby Padilla, CPA to discuss some general tax plans and strategies. As tax season approaches this is a great time to review your finances and figure out options you might have. There are a lot of great insights in here about account types, general tax rules and …
It’s no secret many workers hate their jobs – so it’s no wonder the FIRE movement has gotten so much attention – even its own movie! However, two recent posts on Reddit’s Financial Independence forum highlight our job-hating emotions perfectly: \”The only reason I am interested in FIRE is I HATE my job\” describes one individual\’s …
If you\’re a first-time homebuyer and looking for a smattering of advice from across the internet, check out this article on REDFIN\’s blog. The article features our founder, Tyson Koska — and his advice on the topic: \”Key to purchasing your first home is knowing exactly ‘how much home’ to buy. Do not simply buy …
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We\’re partnering with Montana Money Adventures to bring you Money Coach School – and it\’s now OPEN! What is Money Coach School? It\’s for people who love personal finance and want help others make progress on their personal financial journey – it\’s everything you need to get started building a business or a passion-project you love! What\’s Covered? There …
There are a lot of ways to make side-income in the modern world, and rental property is – how do you say – a classic. For many, it may seem daunting or scary, but it’s easier than ever to own and rent-out property. Technology has made researching, acquiring, and advertising real estate more streamlined and more transparent …
Becoming the Landlord: Advice and Insight to Generate Income from Rentals Read More »
(Note: All calculations and charts rendered with OnTrajectory.com) It doesn\’t matter if you\’re happily married or in the throes of a brutal, debilitating divorce. You may have been a conscientious saver, you may have formed wise money-habits – able to navigate narrow budgets with ease. But one morning you\’ll wake up and feel the need to buy something …
